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The Assets and Ancestry Tour-Harlem

powered by Funlayo Grace

Welcome to the Harlem Commonwealth Council. Today, we bridge the gap between industrial legacy and generational wealth.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

  • 11:00 AM | The Call to Order

    • Opening Remarks by Master of Ceremonies Doug Styles (iHeartRadio/BIN)

  • 11:15 AM | Ancestral Activation

    • Aubrey Lynch (ABT/Alvin Ailey Legend, Disney Lion King Producer)

  • 11:35 AM | Global & Civic Address

    • Bobby Digi (President, NIDO-NY, Founder and Executive Director of Canvas Institute of Arts, Culture, and Civic Engagement)

  • 11:50 AM | Interactive Ancestry Exercise

    • Unlocking our collective treasures.

  • 12:10 PM | The Economic Blueprint

    • John Childress, CFO of Funlayo Grace; Former President, Black Chamber of Commerce Philadelphia; President, Childress Business Consulting.

  • 12:20 PM | The Moral Compass of Industry

    • The Reverend Terence Alexander Lee (Head of CSR, Funlayo Grace) Executive Director of Rebecca’s Little Survivors Foundation

  • 12:35 PM | Preserving the Past, Manufacturing the Future

    • Erik Cliette (President, Funlayo Grace, Executive Director of One Hundred Black Men of New York)

  • 12:50 PM | Leading Harlem’s Economic Resurgence

    • Sharon Joseph (President & CEO, Harlem Commonwealth Council)

  • 1:05 PM | Soundtrack Break

    • Curated Vibes by DJ C-Lo, Heavy Hitters and Hot 97

  • 1:15 PM | The Assets & Ancestry Vision

    • Jennifer Grace Jennings

  • 1:30 PM | Book Signing & Networking

    • Featuring "Homelessness to Homeownership"

THE INDUSTRIAL EXHIBIT

  • The Funlayo Grace Textile Lab: Explore our proprietary line of high-utility fabrics and textiles designed for the healthcare, aviation, and government sectors.

  • Made in the USA: Our commitment to restoring domestic production and industrial sovereignty.

THE EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

  • Jennifer Grace Jennings – CEO & Founder

  • Erik Cliette – President

  • John Childress – Chief Financial Officer

  • The Reverend Terence Alexander Lee – Head of CSR

  • Parrish Grant - VP of Brand and Business Development

THE assets and ancestry PRODUCTION TEAM

  • Nate Prince – Executive Producer

  • Wendy Rivas – Director of Events; Founder & CEO of Ariadne Services

  • Harris Brand Management – Public Relations & Media

CURATED PARTNERS

  • The Wine: Cerenity Sips (Goldman Sachs BIB Alumna)

  • The Treats: Cory's Cookies (Shark Tank / Goldman Sachs BIB Alumnus)

  • The Atmosphere: The Harlem Commonwealth Council (HCC)

THE MENU

  • Artisan Refreshments: A curated selection of wraps and sandwiches.

  • The Treats: Signature cookies by Cory's Cookies (Shark Tank / GS BIB Alumnus).

  • The Wine: Premium pours by Cerenity Sips (Goldman Sachs BIB Alumna).

  • Vegan and Vegetarian options are available upon request.

GUEST INFORMATION

  • Restrooms: Located in the main hallway to the left of the event space entrance.

  • VIP Suite: Reserved for dignitaries and special guests. Please see Desiree Scott for access.

  • The Industrial Exhibit: We invite you to explore the Funlayo Grace Textile Lab on display, featuring high-utility fabrics for healthcare, aviation, and government sectors.

  • Media & Press: Please direct all inquiries to Harris Brand Management onsite.